Spin-Offs
Our Spin-Offs
- Innovation: We leverage cutting-edge technology to drive practical, impactful water-saving solutions.
- Sustainability: Our products are designed to support a more sustainable world by conserving vital resources.
- User Empowerment: We prioritize user-friendly designs that give individuals full control over their water usage.
- Integrity: We are committed to delivering high-quality, effective products that truly make a difference.
- AI-Driven Water Control: Real-time water flow control powered by AI.
- Retrofit Design: Easy to install on existing faucets and shower heads, reducing the need for plumbing changes.
- Sustainable Power: Features a water-driven turbine that recharges the system, eliminating the need for external power sources.
- Mobile App: Allows users to monitor water usage and optimize savings in real time.
- Residential Consumers: Homeowners looking to conserve water and lower their utility costs.
- Commercial Facilities: Hotels, office buildings, and institutions aiming to reduce operational water usage.
- Public Institutions: Schools, hospitals, and government facilities with high water consumption needs.
- Water-Sensitive Regions: Particularly in areas facing water scarcity, such as Saudi Arabia and other parts of the Middle East.
- AI-Based Real-Time Control: Provides more accurate and immediate water flow adjustments than traditional solutions.
- Sustainable Energy: Powered by a built-in water turbine, reducing the need for frequent maintenance.
- User-Friendly and Retrofit Design: Installs on existing faucets without the need for new fixtures or plumbing changes.
- Data Insights: The EcoStream mobile app offers actionable water usage insights, enabling customers to monitor and improve their water-saving efforts.
- First Prize Winner at the Start Smart Saudi Competition 2024.
- Patent Application filed at USPTO, USSN 63/708,297
- Qawam is addressing the pervasive issue of poor posture resulting from the increasing use of screens in daily life. As people spend more time on computers, smartphones, and other digital devices, they often develop a slouched posture, which can lead to chronic pain, particularly in the back, neck, and shoulders. Poor posture is not just a physical issue; it can also affect the confidence and mental well-being of a total of 6.5 million office workers in Saudi Arabia.
- By leveraging AI technology, Qawam aims to offer a seamless, user-friendly solution that integrates into daily routines to monitor and correct posture. The goal is to alleviate pain, enhance productivity by promoting a healthier sitting and standing posture, and ultimately foster the development of better habits. By providing personalized feedback, Qawam encourages users to make real-time adjustments to their posture, fostering long-term wellness and improving their quality of life.
- The problem of poor posture primarily affects individuals who spend significant amounts of time using screens, which is a large and growing portion of the population, including:
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- Office Workers (main current target): Individuals who work desk jobs often spend prolonged periods sitting in front of computers, which can lead to slouching and poor ergonomic practices.
- Students: With the increased use of technology in education and the necessity for study, students are prone to developing bad posture from sitting at desks and using laptops or tablets for extended periods.
- Remote Workers and Freelancers: The shift towards remote work and the gig economy means more people are working from home, often without an ergonomically set-up workspace, leading to potential posture issues.
- Gamers (big market): Those who engage in long gaming sessions are at risk as they may maintain the same seated position for hours without proper ergonomic support.
- Smartphone Users: The ubiquitous use of smartphones has led to a rise in 'text neck', a condition where people hunch over their phones, contributing to neck and shoulder pain.
- Elderly Individuals: As the body ages, muscle strength and flexibility can decrease, making it more difficult to maintain good posture without conscious effort or support.
- Individuals with Chronic Conditions: People with certain chronic conditions that affect muscles or bones, such as arthritis or scoliosis, may also struggle with maintaining proper posture.
- Our posture correction technology is designed to help users improve their posture and reduce the risk of back pain and related issues.
- We use advanced machine learning and multiple sensors, including those on the iPhone and AirPods, to accurately track the user's posture in real-time and provide personalized feedback.
- Our technology is continuously evolving to provide the most effective posture correction solutions for our users.
- In addition to developing our own products, we offer machine learning and software/hardware development services to clients in various industries. We work closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and develop solutions that are tailored to their specific requirements. Our experienced team of developers and designers uses the latest technology and cutting-edge research to deliver high-quality solutions to our clients.
- Incorporated and legally registered company in Saudi with flawless operations
- We have a working IOS App that can connect to our Qawam hardware 1.0 and 2.0 (and any compatible headphones: AirPods, ... )
- 4 team members; 2 computer engineers and 1 electronics & communication engineer, 1 IOS developer
- Working AI algorithm that can detect 4 sitting postures (Slouching, Hunching, Normal, and Text Neck)
- We have a functional minimized chip (glasses, hair clip, etc.)
- We are a research-based team coming from KUAST (ISL https://cemse.kaust.edu.sa/isl/isl), and we work on other research projects; we have access to resources, labs, and a solid network
- Top-tier Technical and business Advisors (Prof. Tareq Al-Naffouri, Dr. Ahmed Bader, Nidal Albasha (AWS), Omar Aloyoun)
- NTDP applicant 2023 (link, Grant: 1.75 million SAR)
- US Provisional Patent (link)
- MISK Riseup "SPARK" 2022 (link, 25 chosen startups)
- Digital Innovation Award 2022 (link, 2nd place out of 2600 applicants)
- Amazon MENA Hackathon 2021 (link, 1st place winner)
- MITEF Saudi Fourm Startup 2021
- Approved by CITIC (Manassa Tech)
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qawamco/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/qawamco
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/qawam
- Website: https://www.qawam.ai/
Description
EcoStream is a start-up company based in King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Thuwal. EcoStream is dedicated to tackling global water scarcity through smart, AI-powered water-saving solutions. Founded by experts in engineering, and AI, EcoStream combines advanced technology with sustainable design to create intuitive, efficient solutions for managing water use. Our flagship product, the Smart Water-Saving Faucet Add-On, retrofits existing faucets to reduce water wastage by up to 30%, helping households and businesses conserve resources and reduce their environmental footprint.
Mission
To provide intelligent, sustainable solutions that empower individuals, communities, and businesses to conserve water and promote environmental stewardship.
Vision
To become a global leader in smart water management technology, creating a world where every drop counts.
Core Values
Products and Services
Smart Water-Saving Faucet and Shower-head Add-On
Technology
EcoStream combines advanced machine learning and IoT to create an intelligent system that reduces water wastage. Our AI algorithms are designed to detect water flow, ensuring precise control. The IoT integration provides real-time feedback and allows users to monitor their usage remotely via our smartphone app.
Target Market
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Competitive Advantage
Key Milestones
Contact Information
Address: 1/3216, ISL lab, KAUST, Thuwal, 23955
Email: info@ecostream.app
Website: https://www.ecostream-sa.com
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Description
Boost Your Confidence and Improve Your Health with Qawam's AI-Powered Posture Monitoring Solutions
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Our Technology:
Qawam App:
An iOS-based mobile app with posture correction technology is designed to help users improve their posture and reduce the risk of back pain and related issues. We use advanced machine learning and multiple sensors, including those on the iPhone and AirPods, to accurately track the user's posture in real-time and provide personalized feedback.
- Download link: https://apps.apple.com/sa/app/qawam/id6465662350
App Demo:
- https://youtu.be/0of3La-p1uw?si=mlcLz3DJY2IYfptF
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Description
Mobility Analytics is an innovative project designed to harness the full potential of 5G networks by providing profound insights into mobility patterns. This technology answers critical questions such as "why," "when," "what," and "how long" in the context of user mobility, creating new value opportunities for network operators and service providers. Originating during the COVID-19 pandemic as a tool for contact tracing, Mobility Analytics has evolved into a comprehensive solution that enhances understanding of human movement and interaction within networked environments.
The project has garnered substantial financial support, securing a series of funding grants totaling nearly USD 1 million. These include:
- 2021: IAF USD 100K
- 2021: AI Initiative Grant USD 100K
- 2022: RTG USD 660K
- 2022: TAQDAM USD 40K
- 2023: SDAIA-KAUST CoE USD 53K
- 2024: Google Seed Grant USD 20K
With a 100% success rate in securing grants, the project’s financial backing underscores its innovative approach and potential impact.
Mobility Analytics played a crucial role in forging Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between KAUST, STC, and TAWAL, a company owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF). It was showcased alongside TAWAL during LEAP’24 and demonstrated to a high-profile US delegation hosted by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), as well as directly to the MCIT minister. The project’s growth trajectory has been integrated into a breakthrough proposal submitted to the Research, Development, and Innovation Authority (RDIA) in collaboration with STC and TAWAL.
As a testament to its success and potential, Mobility Analytics has spun off into a standalone entity, recently securing USD 800K in funding from the National Technology Development Program (NTDP). The initiative has been selected by the National Technology Initiative (NTI) to be part of a permanent technology showcase in the King Abdullah Road Technology Park (KRTP) and will be presented by RDIA during the O-RAN Forum in May 2024. This remarkable journey from a pandemic response tool to a key player in the 5G landscape exemplifies the transformative power of innovation in addressing modern challenges and opportunities.